bugbear
IPA: bˈʌgbˈɛr
noun
- An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.
- A source of dread; resentment; or irritation.
- (archaic, folklore) A generic creature, often described as a large goblin, meant to inspire fear in children.
verb
- (transitive) To alarm with idle phantoms.
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